by Jenny Mandt, Owner, Garden
Coaching Solutions
“A wonderful gift may not be wrapped as you would expect.” – Jonathan Lockwood Huie
Read MoreThe gift of giving plants
Peace Lily
Tara’s Seattle Gift Guide 2017
Shop local this holiday season and support your community! Why shop local? Here are just a few reasons: your money will be kept in the local economy, you help create local jobs, help the environment, conserve your tax dollars, and you have invested in entrepreneurship. Here are some local businesses I love and some great gift ideas for holiday giving!
Read MorePurchase in Kenmore
Purchased at $450,000
Read MorePurchase on Vashon Island
Purchased at $775,000
Read MoreInnate Vitality Wellness Studio
What makes a community? At Innate Vitality, we think it’s the people that make a community come to life. And what connects the people in the community are the services small businesses, like Innate Vitality, provide and the purpose they serve. Together, a connection is formed and the community grows because it is healthy and supported.
Read MoreJENNY’S GARDEN TIPS: What to Plan for Impact in 2018
WHAT TO PLANT FOR IMPACT IN 2018
by Jenny Mandt, Owner, Garden Coaching Solutions
“In a bulb there is a flower, in a seed an apple tree…” is a song about planting today to reap the rewards tomorrow. Why not plant something now that will make your garden shine next year? With a little planning, digging, and effort the results will be worth it. First thing is to check out your soil. Is it a hard as a rock, sandy, grey and lifeless looking? This should be corrected before you plant anything. New or divided plants, shrubs or trees will need fertile, well-draining soil in order to thrive. Adding soil building compost can really boost nutrition in lifeless soil.
Read MoreReal Estate Update
Seasonal slowdown in some areas, but expect price hikes to continue in much of Washington.
Read MoreJUST SOLD | Charming Green Lake Home
2336 N 63rd St, Seattle 98103
Listed at $799,000 | Sold at $912,000
3 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHROOMS | 1860 SQ. FT.
Located on a quite street just blocks from Green Lake, this wonderful home has a great mix of charming features and modern updates.
MAIN FLOOR
The inviting front porch leads to a light, spacious living room and dining area with gleaming fir floors and large windows. A remodeled kitchen with solid-surface counters, brand new appliances, an abundance of counter space and cabinets, and an eat-at bar that is open to the dining area. A sunny open space, perfect for entertaining.There are also two bedrooms with new carpet, one with a large walk-in closet and a large, updated full bathroom.
LOWER FLOOR
Daylight downstairs features a bonus room, updated full bathroom, large bedroom, laundry area and an abundance of storage.
UPDATES + FEATURES
New interior and exterior paint. Detached garage with storage and alley-access. Updated systems. Gas furnace. Newly remodeled with new stainless appliances. Refinished fir floors. New carpet.
LOCATION
Outstanding location that is quiet yet convenient. A short walk to Green Lake, restaurants and shops. Near everything Green Lake and Tangletown have to offer!
For more information, visit LakeRE.com or contact Tara at 206.713.0041 or tara@lakere.com
JUST SOLD | Fauntleroy Hills Home
8815 36th Ave SW, Seattle 98126
Read MoreLocal Business Spotlight | Bird on a Wire
Bird on a Wire
is a local coffee shop gem. And I recently met with owner, Heidi, for a little Q&A. Here is what I found out:
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